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Definition of Scanty
1. Adjective. Lacking in amplitude or quantity. "A spare diet"
Exact synonyms: Bare, Spare
Similar to: Meager, Meagerly, Meagre, Scrimpy, Stingy
Derivative terms: Scantiness, Spareness
Similar to: Meager, Meagerly, Meagre, Scrimpy, Stingy
Derivative terms: Scantiness, Spareness
2. Noun. Short underpants for women or children (usually used in the plural).
Exact synonyms: Pantie, Panty, Step-in
Generic synonyms: Underpants
Language type: Plural, Plural Form
Generic synonyms: Underpants
Language type: Plural, Plural Form
Definition of Scanty
1. a. Wanting amplitude or extent; narrow; small; not abundant.
Definition of Scanty
1. Adjective. Somewhat less than is needed in amplitude or extent. ¹
2. Adjective. Sparing; niggardly; parsimonious. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Scanty
1. meager [adj SCANTIER, SCANTIEST] : SCANTILY [adv] - See also: meager